Fog Shrew

About the Fog Shrew

The fog shrew (Sorex sonomae') is a species of mammal in the family Soricidae. It is endemic to northern California and Oregon in the United States. S. sonomae is categorized as the "largest" shrew found on the "Pacific Coast" of the United States. It is recognized by its "reddish, light-brown" fur and a tail that "is almost ly colored." Some information is available on the fog shrew's dentition; however, there is no citable reference for the dental formula. One paper has found the dental formula of the fog shrew to be 3.1.3.32.0.1.3 (x 2 = 32 total teeth), but there is debate in the academic community. A conservative estimate has an adult fog shrew ranging in total length from 120-158mm, but has been observed to have a wider range in total length (105-180mm). The weight range for the fog shrew varies in different sources, but falls within the range of 5.5–18 g (0.19–0.63 oz).

The fog shrew is found in areas of "chaparral, coastal coniferous forests, and marshy areas." The areas in which individuals live tend to be moist environments. This includes being near creeks and on the forest floor under fallen trees and other debris.

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